Attachment 2 - Finalists Packet.pdf — Chula Vista City Council, January 31, 2023

Distr
ict 3 City Councilmember Vacancy
Finalists Application Packet including Statement of Economic Interests Disclosure Form Finalists are listed in the order they will be interviewed.

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Finalist Name Application Résumé Biography Economic
Interests Form
Tanya Williams 2 5 6 7
David Diaz 9 12 14 15
Griselda Delgado 17 20 22 23
Sophia Rodriguez 25 28 29 30
Alonso Gonzalez 32 35 37 38
Nimpa Akana 40 42 43 44
Gian Ghio 46 49 51 52
Victor Lopez 54 58 59 61
Daniel Rice (Vazquez) 63 65 67 68
Devonna Almagro 70 73 75 76
12/ 2022
APPLICATION FORDISTRICT 3 CITY COUNCILMEMBER
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SubmissionID: 2169674
Submission Date: 1/ 6/ 2023 11:47 AM

1. First and Last Name: Tanya Williams

2. Home Address: Unit: City: Chula Vista CaPostal/ ZIP Code: 91911

3. E-mail:

4. Primary Phone:

5. Secondary Phone:

Pleaseclick here to view the interactive map to verify your District 3 residency

6. Do you live within the City of ChulaVista District 3 boundaries, asadopted by the City Council in 2015? Seehyperlink above. Yes

7. If yes, how long? 4 years

8. I confirm I am a registered voter in the District 3 boundaries specified above. Pleaseenter your name asacknowledgement. Tanya Marie Williams

9. Present Employer: Self Employed Courage Christian Academy

10. Occupation: Principal

11. RelevantEducational Background: Bachelor degree in Social Work and Child Development

12. Are you currently serving on any board or commission for the City or any other governmental agency? If appointed to City Council, you must resign from your current City board or commission position. No

13. If yes, which one(s)? (n/ a)

14. Haveyou previously servedon theCity Councilor any board or commissionfor the City or any other governmentalagency? No

15. Which ones? n/ a)

16. Dates Served: (n/ a)

17. Pleaselist any local, civic, or community groups you have beeninvolved with: Community Food Bank

18. What experience or special knowledge could you bring to this position? The experience that I bring to this position is my military background, leadership and community. Serving in the military has given me the leadership skills and abilities to work with a diverse group of people and a strong awareness of the importance of community.

19. What would you hope to accomplish asa Councilmember? What I would hope to accomplish as a Councilmember is to be a voice for the people in the community.

20. Pleaseupload a résumé (maximum of two pages). Arésumé is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

Seesubmitted resume following application.]

21. Pleaseupload a biography ( one page). A biography is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

Seesubmitted biography following resume.]
Acknowledgments
I understand that, if appointed, I will NOTbe eligible to seekelection to District 3 City Councilmember in the City of ChulaVista for a period of one year following the termination of my appointed term. City Charter Section 300(E)

22. Enter your initials to acknowledgethe statement above.TW I understand that, if I am selectedasa finalist, I will be required to complete an EconomicInterests Disclosure form, on which I must disclose all economic interests that I have within the boundaries of the City of Chula Vista in the categories of investments, income, gifts, and real property.

23. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. TW I understand that I must submit a completed application, résumé (maximum of two pages), anda biography (one page) by the deadline andthat late applications and those missing required components will be disqualified. I understand the application deadline is Friday, January6, 2023, by 11:59 p.m. for electronically submitted applications or by 5:00 p.m. if personally delivered to the City Clerk’s Office. If submitted by mail, the application must be postmarked by January6, 2023, and received by the Officeof the City Clerk no later than January11, 2023.

24. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. TW I understand that this application and any documents submitted in connection with the application processare public records and will be publicly disclosed unlessotherwise exempt. Home addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers will be redacted.

25. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. TW I understand that my application will not be considered if I am determined to be disqualified from holding office pursuant to Government Codesection 1021, ChulaVista Charter Section 903, or any other applicable local, state, or federal law.

26. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. TW I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the Stateof California that the information I have provided in this application is true and correct, and that I meet the qualifications of this office as established by the ChulaVista Charter andother applicable statutory or constitutional laws.

27. Enter full name to indicate acknowledgment to the above certification.

Tanya M Williams
TanyaWilliams [email protected], CA92115 (

OBJECTIVE
ManagementPositioninthefield ofEducation using demonstratedskillsin: Communication, organization andplanning, budgeting, educating, andtrainingresultinginqualityofservicesforchild, parent, and staff.

EDUCATION
SocialWork Bachelorof Artswith minorin ChildDevelopment, PLNU SanDiego, CA 2018 Chef CulinaryArtsSchoolClassAandC SanDiego, CA 1982
Management LeadershipTrainingSchoolUSNavy Pensacola, FL 1983 Educator InstructorTrainingSchool- USNavy SanDiego, CA 1989

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
CourageChristian Academy (owner) August2022-present Christian Unified School July2019-July2021SubstituteTeacher o Primaryinstructorand caregivertostudentsgrades7th-12th. o Assiststudentswithskillsand subjectmatterthatcontributesto theireducationanddevelopment.

CityChristian Center, SanDiego, CA Nov. 2001-Nov. 2016
DirectorofChildrenMinistry
o Implementedandmaintainedafun, healthy, safe, andeducationalenvironmentforchildren, parents, andstaff. o Developedand implementedage-appropriatecurriculumfor45 children, ages6weeks-12years. o Recruited, trained, andscheduled30teachersand volunteers o Coordinatedwithparents, staff, and volunteersregularlyand respondedto theirquestions andconcerns o Conductedmonthlyteachers/volunteerreviews, evaluations, meeting, andtrainingsessions.

Social Advocatesfor Youth, SanDiego, CA Aug. 2007-Nov. 2007 ExtendedChildcareProgramSiteSupervisor
o Performedadministrativetask, includingsupervision, training, andschedulingfor2staff and 120children. o Createddevelopmentallyappropriatelessonplansto supportchildren'semotionalandsocialdevelopment. o Communicatedwith parentsor guardiansregardingdailyactivitiesandchild’sneeds.

Williams Family ChildCare, SanDiego, CA June1998-Dec. 2007 Ownerandoperator ofWilliamsFamilyChildCare
o Managedstaff of upto4people, administeredmonthly reportsand evaluations. o Pre-school teacher, coordinatedlesson plansforupto21 children includingspecialneedschildren. o ProvidedRespite careforfosterparents.
o Maintained contractual obligationswith5governmentagencies.

SpecialNeedsChildcareCenter Sept. 1995-June1996
Chef / TeachersAid
o Strategized andpreparedspecialmealsfor30 children ofspecialneedswhilestayingwithbudget. o Assisted teachersandnursestoensurethesafetyandqualityofcareforchildren.

United StatesNavy Aug. 1980-Dec. 1991
CulinarySpecialistE-5
o Managed50staffto ensurepropermealpreparation, safety, andcleanliness, qualifiedasa galleywatch caption. o Trackedandmanagedinventorywhilekeepinginbudget.
o Successfullytrained3750culinarystudentsin thebasicsof foodpreparation, effectivelycounseledandmotivated studentstowardself-improvement.

CERTIFICATIONS: CaliforniaStateCertifiedDomestic ViolenceCounselor January2018

VOLUNTEEREXPERIENCE
SouthBayCommunityServices SocialWorker- Casemanagement2017-2018 TanyaWilliamsBio
Over30yearsof experiencein education
TanyaWilliamsservedin the UnitedStates Navyfor over10yearsasaculinaryspecialist. She successfullytrained3750culinarystudentsin thebasicsof foodpreparationandeffectivelymotivated studentstowardself-improvement. Tanyalaterbecametheownerandoperatorof WilliamsFamily ChildCarewith agesrangingfrom infant-juniorhigh.

Asan extendedchildcareprogramsitesupervisor, shecreated developmentallyappropriatelesson plansto supportchildren'semotionalandsocialdevelopment.

Mostof heryearshasbeenspentasDirectorof Children’s’ Departmentfor nonprofitorganizations wheresheimplementedand maintainedafunandsafe educationalenvironmentfor children, parents, andstaff. Whileservingasdirector, shedeveloped andimplementedage-appropriate curriculumfor children, ages6 weeks-12years, recruitedandtrained30 teachersandvolunteers.

Her loveof educationledherto becomeasubstituteteacher. Overthepastyearsshefelt theleading fromGodto openaChristian school. Sheisthefounderof CourageChristianAcademylocatedinChula VistaCa.

12/ 2022
APPLICATION FORDISTRICT 3 CITY COUNCILMEMBER
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SubmissionID: 2170759
Submission Date: 1/ 6/ 2023 11:20 PM

1. First and Last Name: DAVID DIAZ

2. Home Address: Unit: City: Chula Vista Postal/ ZIP Code: 91913

3. E-mail:

4. Primary Phone:

5. Secondary Phone:

Pleaseclick here to view the interactive map to verify your District 3 residency

6. Do you live within the City of ChulaVista District 3 boundaries, asadopted by the City Council in 2015? Seehyperlink above. Yes

7. If yes, how long? 20 YEARS

8. I confirm I am a registered voter in the District 3 boundaries specified above. Pleaseenter your name asacknowledgement. DAVID DIAZ

9. Present Employer: COUNTYOF SANDIEGO REGISTRAROF VOTERS

10. Occupation: VOTEROUTREACHLEAD

11. RelevantEducational Background: Doctorate Candidate) in International Law International Relations, Master of Arts in Negotiation, Conflict Res. Peacebuilding, Bachelor of Arts in International Security Conflict Res.

13. If yes, which one(s)? Presidential Appointment, Local Board Member of the State of California, Selective Service System

14. Haveyou previously servedon theCity Councilor any board or commissionfor the City or any other governmentalagency? Yes

15. Which ones?Presidential Appointment, Local Board Member of the State of California, Selective Service System

16. Dates Served: 2013 Present

17. Pleaselist any local, civic, or community groups you have beeninvolved with: San Diego Downtown Evening Rotary Club, United Services Rotary Club, United Nations Association of the USA, Mediators Beyond Borders

18. What experienceor specialknowledge could you bring to this position? My most relevant experience and special knowledge that I bring to the City Council is my extensive experience sitting on nonprofit boards as well as serving as a State level Chair for my political party. My relevant experience dates back to my days as Student Senator at Southwestern College.

19. What would you hope to accomplish asa Councilmember? As a member of the City Council, I will focus on internationalizing Chula Vista and making our city a global player by leveraging my international contacts. I will work tirelessly to help solve the homeless and housing crisis that go hand in hand as it is impossible to solve one without the other.

20. Pleaseupload a résumé (maximum of two pages). A résumé is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

Seesubmitted resume following application.]

21. Pleaseupload a biography ( one page). A biography is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

Seesubmitted biography following resume.]
Acknowledgments
I understand that, if appointed, I will NOTbe eligible to seekelection to District 3 City Councilmember in the City of Chula Vista for a period of one year following the termination of my appointed term. City Charter Section 300(E)

22. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above.DD I understand that, if I am selectedasa finalist, I will be required to complete an EconomicInterests Disclosure form, on which I must disclose all economic interests that I have within the boundaries of the City of ChulaVista in the categoriesof investments, income, gifts, and real property.

23. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. DD I understand that I must submit a completed application, résumé (maximum of two pages), anda biography (one page) by the deadline andthat late applications and those missing required components will be disqualified. I understand the application deadline is Friday, January6, 2023, by 11:59 p.m. for electronically submitted applications or by 5:00 p.m. if personally delivered to the City Clerk’s Office. If submitted by mail, the application must be postmarked by January6, 2023, and received by the Officeof the City Clerk no later than January11, 2023.

24. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. DD I understand that this application and any documentssubmitted in connection with the application process are public records and will be publicly disclosed unlessotherwise exempt. Home addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers will be redacted.

25. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. DD I understand that my application will not be considered if I am determined to be disqualified from holding office pursuant to Government Codesection 1021, ChulaVista Charter Section 903, or any other applicable local, state, or federal law.

26. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. DD I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the Stateof California that the information I haveprovided in this application is true and correct, and that I meet the qualifications of this office as established by the Chula Vista Charter and other applicable statutory or constitutional laws.

27. Enter full name to indicate acknowledgment to the abovecertification.

DAVID DIAZ
David Diaz, MA, PhDc

EDUCATION
Doctorate ( Candidate) in International Law & International Relations ( TBD) European Certificate of Advanced Studies (“All But Dissertation” Certificate) ( Oct 2011) Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Madrid, Spain
Master of Arts in Negotiation, Conflict Resolution & Peacebuilding ( 2014) California State University, Dominguez- Hills, Carson, CA, USA Bachelor of Arts in International Security & Conflict Resolution ( 2006) San Diego State University, San Diego, CA, USA
International Relations-Summer Seminar ( 2006)
East Mediterranean University, Famagusta, Cyprus
Comparative Law & Russian-Intensive Summer Program ( 2006) Lomonosov Moscow State University, Moscow, Russia
Associate’s Degree in Political Science (2007)
Southwestern College, Chula Vista, CA, USA

LANGUAGES
Spanish: ILR Level 5 - Native or Bilingual Proficiency * Italian: ILR Level 3 - Professional Working Proficiency/ C1 French: ILR Level 2 - Limited Working Proficiency/ B2

CERTIFICATIONS & QUALIFICATIONS
Conflict Transformation Certificate ( Intensive four week course) (2011) Initiatives of Change, Caux, Switzerland (English/French) Understanding the Black Sea Region Certificate ( NATO Sponsored Training) ( 2011) Center for International and European Studies (CIES), Istanbul, Turkey Disaster Public Affairs Certificate ( 2010)
American Red Cross, San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter, San Diego, CA, USA Public Policy and Biological Threats Training Certificate ( 2009) University of California, Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation , La Jolla, CA, USA Exploring Humanitarian Law Certificate ( 2009)
American Red Cross, National Headquarters, Washington, DC, USA Identity Management Certificate with Emphasis on Popular & Religious Traditions ( 2008) 7th Euro- Mediterranean Meeting, Cariati, Calabria, Italy ( Italian/ English) Diversity Management Certificate ( 2004)
SouthwesternCollege, Chula Vista, CA, USA

RELEVANT PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
County of San Diego Registrar of Voters, Outreach Lead ( 2017-Present) Provide SpanishLanguagevoter education and outreachto citizens with limited English proficiency.

Translate and proofread in English and Spanish: election sample ballots, voter information pamphlets, legal notices, voter notices, media releases, frequently asked questions and website.

Assist Spanish speaking citizens with voter information and registration at community events.

Conduct bilingual Poll Worker Orientations and recruitment.

Organized community presentationsand voter education.

Effectively make useof the Registrar of Voters databasein order to assistvoters.

Political & Global Affairs Analyst, KSDY Channel 50, San Diego, CA, USA ( 2017) Appeared on television and the internet with my analysis and commentary on current political and global affairs.

Played a key role in disseminating ideas andviews in an accessibleway to the public.

Utilized my background asan international scholar to provide a global perspective to the local community.

Video Remote Interpreter ( Spanish), Language Line Solutions ( 2013 - 2014) Processedcalls on demand and renderedmeaning of conversations in the consecutive modeof interpretation.

Processedinformation quickly and concisely, recognizing sensitive cultural differences and remained professional and courteous atall times.

Disaster Preparedness Volunteer, American Red Cross, Monterey County Chap. ( 2013 - 2014) Served asan American Red Cross representativedistributing preparednessinformation at community events, talking to groups aboutRed Cross programs, services and related information.

Educatedindividuals and groups on how to preparebefore a disasteroccurs and provided materials and training.

Access Control Volunteer, 2013 Presidential Inaugural Committee, Washington, DC, USA ( 2013) Initially greetedand directed inauguration attendees.

Upon an absencein the establishedchain of command, I took the initiative and assumedthe leadershipand control of one of the main accesspoints for the inauguration, closely coordinating and working with both the SecretService and the National Guard.

Field Organizer, Organizing For America, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA ( Eng/Spa) (2012) Recruited, retained, mobilized, managedand trained volunteers in key organizing skills and get-out-the-vote techniquesin a battleground state.

Recruited a small team of fellows from Europe and California before I even started working on the campaign.

Recruited, retained and trained a local volunteer asa full time volunteer and "Assistant Field Organizer." Intern, Political Section, Embassy of the United States, Madrid, Spain ( 2011) Representedthe Embassy atoutside eventsof interest to the Political Section.

Drafted the Embassy’s classified daily report to Washington on political and economic eventsin Spain.

Assisted political officers with research anddrafting of cables andreports.

Field Organizer/Office Manager, San Diego County Democratic Party, Chula Vista, CA, USA ( 2010) Recruited, retained, mobilized, managedand trained volunteers in key organizing skills and get-out-the-vote techniques.

Managed the SouthCounty Field Office for the San Diego County Democratic Party.

Coordinated with Organizing for America and all the endorsedcampaignsand candidates.

Iraqi Elections Observer, United States Department of State, El Cajon, CA, USA ( 2010) Responsible for assuring Iraqis that the State Department was focused on their election.

Responsible for observing, documenting and reporting any irregularities observed.

Responsiblefor providing an overall assessmentof the Iraqi elections in San Diego for StateDept. briefing materials.

SELECTED AFFILIATIONS
Democrats Abroad Baja California, Chapter Founder and Lead Organizer (2020- Present) San Diego Downtown Evening Rotary Club, Charter Vice- President and Foundation Chair ( 2019-Present) United Services Rotary Club, President (2015- 16)
United Nations Association of the United States of America, Delegate (2015) United Services Rotary Club, International Service Director & President Elect ( 2014-15) Mediators Beyond Borders, California State University, Founding Chapter President (2008-10) Associated Student Organization, Southwestern College, Student Senator, Honorary Life Member ( 2003-Present)

SELECTED AWARDS & HONORS
Presidential Appointment, Local Board Member of the State of California, Selective Service System, USA ( 2013-Present) Honorary Rotarian, Madrid- Cibeles Rotary Club, Spain (2011) Certificate of Esteem and Friendship from Mayor Sero of Cariati, Italy ( 2009) Certificate of Appreciation from Mayor Ozawa of Odawara for Contributions to Better US-Japan Relations ( 2001) David Diaz is an experiencedinterdisciplinary international professional operating globally in both the public and private sectors. He possessesa notable backgroundand history in Spain, Mexico, and the United States. He hasnative professional proficiency in both English and Spanish; fluency in Italian; and a working knowledge of French. He is currently the Voter Outreach Lead for Spanish Language Serviceswith the SanDiego County Registrar of Voters. Diaz servedasCharter Vice President, and Foundation Chair for the SanDiego Downtown Evening Rotary Club 2020-21. He is a PastPresident of United Services Rotary e-Club.

At one point, Diaz worked concurrently for the Outreach Department of the San Diego County Registrar of Voters and a Department of Homeland Security component. Prior, he was a Political & Global Affairs Analyst for Interactiva News KSDY San Diego. He was also a delegate to the UN Population Conferencefor the United Nations Association of the United States. In 2013, he received a lifetime Presidential appointment as a member of the U.S. Selective Service System Local Board in the Stateof California. In 2012, he worked asCentral Las Vegas Field Organizer for OFA— President Obama’s Re-election Campaign. In 2011, he servedat the Political Section of the American Embassy in Madrid, Spain. Additionally, he was a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarand a Caux Scholar. In 2010, he served as an Office Manager/Field Organizer for the San Diego County Democratic Party. He has servedasa DisasterPublic Information Officer for the American Red Cross. He hassignificant experience in the private sector that datesto his teenageyears when he helped his mother manageher store in Mexico. It continued through the yearswhen he openeda languageschool in the Madrid suburb of Pozuelo de Alarcon.

Diaz continues to work towards the implementation of his Sustainable PeaceEducation Project for which he was awarded studentmembershipin the Clinton Global Initiative. In March 2010, he served as a U.S. Department of State Iraqi Elections Observer. He lectured at the 2009 Euro-Mediterranean meeting on “Identity & Conflict” in Italy and “ Post-Conflict Development” in Croatia. He has also collaborated with the American Red Cross (ARC) International ServicesDepartment on a pilot program to establish both undergraduate and postgraduatecoursesin International Humanitarian Law IHL) in SanDiego County. Diaz is certified by the ARC in IHL. That sameyear, he wasgranteda University of California, Institute on Global Conflict and Cooperation fellowship, during which he earneda certification in Public Policy & Biological Threats.

Diaz carried out his Ph.D (currently ABD) in International Law & International Relations at Universidad Complutense de Madrid and earnedhis M. A. in Negotiation, Conflict Resolution & Peacebuilding at California State University- Dominguez Hills. He received his B.A. in International Security & Conflict Resolution from San Diego State University. He also holds an A.A. in Political Sciencefrom SouthwesternCollege where he was alsocertified in Diversity Management. In addition, he studied Comparative Law and Russian at Lomonosov Moscow State University and International Relations at EastMediterranean University in Famagusta, Cyprus. Prior to moving to Madrid to work for the Spanish Ministry of Education, he worked at the Institute of the Americas in La Jolla, California, in the Information and Communication Technologies programs. During his time in Spain 2008 – 2012) Diaz was an active member of Democrats Abroad, Madrid. Diaz has beenelected to Honorary Membership in the Madrid Cibeles Rotary Club and other Civil Society Organizations CSOs). He is an international speakerwho frequently speaksat Rotary Clubs and other CSOs.

His current researchinterests include but are not limited to: Global Governance, Conflict Resolution, Anti- Aging, and Comparative Religion in addition to Atypical Spiritual Traditions and Belief Systems.

Name: David Diaz
Email:

ECONOMIC INTERESTS DISCLOSURE
In order to determine potential conflicts of interest, please disclose all economic interests that you have had within the boundaries of the City of Chula Vista under the following categories (if you have nothing to disclose, indicate with "N /A"). Attach additional pages as needed.

BUSINESS NAME ESTIMATED VALUE GROSS ANNUAL
INCOME
N/A
Attach additional pages as needed.

SOURCE OF INCOME YOUR BUSINESS POSITION GROSS ANNUAL

INCOME OR LOAN
AMOUNT
N/A
Attach additional pages as needed.
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Name: David Diaz
GIFTS
Disclose the source, description, and value of gift(s) valued at $50 or more from a single source during the past year from any source located, doing business, planning to do business, or that has done business in the past two years, in the City of Chula Vista. A gift is anything of value for which you have not provided equal or greater consideration to the donor. (You are not required to disclose gifts from family members, inheritances, or campaign contributions.)

NAME OF SOURCE DESCRIPTION OF GIFT VALUE
N/A
Attach additional pages as needed.

CITY WHERE PROPERTY IS LOCATED FAIR MARKET GROSS ANNUAL INCOME (IF

VALUE RENTAL)
N/A
Attach additional pages as needed.

I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information I have provided in this application is true and correct. oD 1/18/23 ate _
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12/ 2022
APPLICATION FORDISTRICT 3 CITY COUNCILMEMBER
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SubmissionID: 2170545
Submission Date: 1/ 6/ 2023 6:01 PM

1. First and Last Name: GRISELDADELGADO

2. Home Address: Unit: City: Chula Vista Postal/ ZIP Code: 91913

3. E-mail:

4. Primary Phone:

5. Secondary Phone:

Pleaseclick here to view the interactive map to verify your District 3 residency

6. Do you live within the City of ChulaVista District 3 boundaries, asadopted by the City Council in 2015? Seehyperlink above. Yes

7. If yes, how long? 10 YEARS

8. I confirm I am a registered voter in the District 3 boundaries specified above. Pleaseenter your name asacknowledgement. GRISELDAA. DELGADO

9. Present Employer: SWEETWATERUNION HIGH SCHOOLDISTRICT

10. Occupation: DIRECTOROFSTATE FEDERALPROGRAMS

11. RelevantEducational Background: Bachelor of Arts in English, Master’s in Education and Administrative Credential with an emphasis in Critical Pedagogy. Currently, in the process of completing a doctorate in Educational Leadership

13. If yes, which one(s)? Southwestern Community College

14. Haveyou previously servedon theCity Councilor any board or commissionfor the City or any other governmentalagency? Yes

15. Which ones?Chula Vista Cultural Arts Commission

16. Dates Served: 2015 2019

17. Pleaselist any local, civic, or community groups you have beeninvolved with: San Diego County Military Veterans Council, San Diego County Office of Ed. Latino Advisory Board, San Diego Youth Symphony Board

18. What experienceor specialknowledge could you bring to this position? As an educator, I have gained skills that prepared me for this position since a school is the microcosm of our community. The city services, in collaboration with police, fire department, non profits, local business, and schools is an ecosystem that, if cultivated and strategically planned, can develop a cohesive system to support accessible higher educational opportunities, local jobs, affordable homes, and safe environments and activities for all ages, that can make the city stronger.

19. What would you hope to accomplish asa Councilmember? As a councilmember for District 3, I plan to be a collaborative and objective partner with my councilmember colleagues while focusing on supporting the Chula Vista’s plan for establishing a university, affordable housing for low and middle income residents, the concern of the local landfill and supporting ideas on how to mitigate traffic congestion as our community grows. I know this is a short appointment, but I plan to continue to support the city council, as an active community member.

20. Pleaseupload a résumé (maximum of two pages). A résumé is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

Seesubmitted resume following application.]

21. Pleaseupload a biography ( one page). A biography is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

22. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above.GAD I understand that, if I am selectedasa finalist, I will be required to complete an EconomicInterests Disclosure form, on which I must disclose all economic interests that I have within the boundaries of the City of ChulaVista in the categoriesof investments, income, gifts, and real property.

23. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. GAD I understand that I must submit a completed application, résumé (maximum of two pages), anda biography (one page) by the deadline andthat late applications and those missing required components will be disqualified. I understand the application deadline is Friday, January6, 2023, by 11:59 p.m. for electronically submitted applications or by 5:00 p.m. if personally delivered to the City Clerk’s Office. If submitted by mail, the application must be postmarked by January6, 2023, and received by the Officeof the City Clerk no later than January11, 2023.

24. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. GAD I understand that this application and any documentssubmitted in connection with the application process are public records and will be publicly disclosed unlessotherwise exempt. Home addresses, email addresses, and phonenumbers will be redacted.

25. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. GAD I understand that my application will not be considered if I am determined to be disqualified from holding office pursuant to Government Codesection 1021, ChulaVista Charter Section 903, or any other applicable local, state, or federal law.

26. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. GAD I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the Stateof California that the information I haveprovided in this application is true and correct, and that I meet the qualifications of this office as established by the Chula Vista Charter and other applicable statutory or constitutional laws.

27. Enter full name to indicate acknowledgment to the abovecertification.

GRISELDAA. DELGADO
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Griselda A. Delgado, M.Ed.

ChulaVista, CA91913 •
Educational and Community Leader
Dedicated, driven, award winning secondary and higher educational leader with a natural talent and passion for the field of equity, inclusion anddiversity. Creditedwith developingand implementing effective district systems and efficient academic school programs while always keeping the best interest of the students at the forefront. Highlyaccomplishedin successfullyacquiring program funding, district financial audits, increasing graduation/completion rates, and leading organizational transformational district changes.

CoreCompetencies
Educational Leadership HigherEducation Fundraising
SecondaryEducation ProgramManagement Student Performance CommunityAdvocacy Budget Management Student Leadership ProfessionalExperience
SweetwaterUnion HighSchoolDistrict, Chula Vista, CA, 1997 to Present Director, State & FederalPrograms - 2018 to Present
Efficiently manages, approvesand overseesthe expendituresof over $150M of district federal and state funds including the after school grants. Ensure all funding is expended in every school site and at the district level according to all county and state approved plans and federal guidelines to support homeless/foster, low income and underperforming students. Collaborate with universities to increase professional developmentand educational pathwaysfor district parents. Utilizecomprehensive knowledge base and skill set in order to strengthen the direction, supervision, and management of daily operations to enhance academicserviceson campusesand district offices. Strategicallyplan for and support sustainable growth for programs using the cycle of continuous improvement.

Key Contributions:

Facilitate and train school leaderson how to developand operationalizetheir school plan for student achievement (SPSA) while using their allocation of federal and COVID19federal funding.

Createdand implemented new systemsthat brought the organizationback up to full compliance.

Lead district state FederalProgramMonitoring reviewtwo yearswith zero fiscal findings.

Gainedfunding and instituted parent educational workshopsto engageparents and developleaders.

Principal, Hilltop Middle School - 2014 to 2018
Productivelyplanned, operated, supervised, and evaluated educational programswhile overseeinga $2M school and $233k Title I budget. Guaranteed all funds were administered appropriately. Helped teachers to embrace restorative practices that resulted in increased overall morale. Employedcommunications, leadership, and educationexpertisein order to facilitate environmentshighly conduciveto student learning.

Remained committed to coaching effective teachers and training them to lead in reflecting on implicit bias training and mental health services.

Griselda A. Delgado M.Ed. Page 2
Key Contributions:

Developedengineering, music, and drama programswherenone existed before; lobbied for and receivedover $100k in funding along with a $120k after-school programgrant.

Significantly increasedand enhanced teacher involvementby designingthe first School Equity Plan.

Wonthe following: SDCOEInnovativeAward, GoldenRibbonAward, California DistinguishedSchool, and the Title I AcademicAchievementAward.

Principal, PalomarContinuationHigh School - 2009 to 2014 Transformedpracticesthat inspired teachersand students to proactivelytrack progresstowards academic and retention goalsand increased graduationrates of the district’slowest performancestudents. Devised policies that increased attendance, productivity, and goal attainment. Designedcounty continuation high school principals’ workshops that led to enhanced teaching and learning environments in Alternative Education. Established Advanced Placement and Arts programs where there was previously none.

Maintained sharp focus on the educational and developmental needs of the students.

KeyContributions:

Boosted attendance 100% by developing newand improved processes, programs, and procedures; reached #1 in attendance out of 404 state continuation high schools.

First in the state to establish AdvancedPlacementcoursesfor students.

Raisedstandardizedtesting scoresby 20%.

AwardedCaliforniaState ModelContinuationHigh School.

Additional Rolesin SweetwaterDistrict: Principal at Bonita VistaHigh Schooland at Chula VistaMiddle School, Assistant Principalat Bonita VistaHigh Schooland Montgomery HighSchool Education
Doctorate in Educational Leadership, San DiegoState University (in progress) Master of Arts in Education, San DiegoState University
Bachelorof Artsin English, SanDiegoState University
Awards
CaliforniaContinuationEducationAssociationPrincipalof the Year SDCOEBilingual EducationalLeaderAward
Memberships
Associationof CaliforniaSchoolAdministrators (ACSA)
Association for Curriculum & Development (ASCD)
American Educations ResearchAssociation (AERA)
CaliforniaAssociationfor Bilingual Education (CABE)
Professional & CommunityInvolvement
ViceChair, San DiegoCountyMilitary and VeteransAdvisoryCouncil, 2021 to Present Board of Trustees, SouthwesternCommunityCollege, 2014 to Present Chair, WesternAssociationof Schools & CollegesVisitingCommittee, 2013 to Present South BayRepresentative, Latino AdvisoryBoard to the CountySuperintendent, 2007 to Present Board of Directors, San DiegoYouthSymphony, 2015 to 2021 Commissioner, Chula VistaCultural ArtsCommission, 2015 to 2019 Griselda A. Delgado
Biography
Bornin Mexicali, Mexico, Griselda Delgadocameto theUnitedStatesasanimmigrantandan EnglishLearnerattheageof seven. Herlovefor thiscountryledhertoinitiatehereducational careerwith theUnitedStatesArmyReserveswhichsheservedfor 7 yearsasafinancespecialist.

Griseldahasdedicatedherselfto secondaryeducationandafterstartingherhighschoolteaching careerin LosAngelesUnifiedSchoolDistrict, sheeventuallysettledin ChulaVistain 1997and continuedhercommitmenttoeducationin theSweetwaterUnionHighSchoolDistrictwhereshe earnedawardssuchasBilingualEducationalLeaderAwardandPrincipalof theYear. She servedin variouspositionsasateacher andadministratorandcurrentlyservesastheDirectorof StateandFederal Programsoverseeingtheappropriateuseof over $100million infunding.

Asa25-yearresidentof ChulaVista, Griseldais proudof growingupin abinationalregionand valuingthecomplexitiesandbenefitsof growingupin twocountries. Asanimmigrant, she learned atanearlyageto valueeducationandtheopportunitiesthiscountryhasfor young people. She earned aBachelorof Artsin English, Master’sin EducationandAdministrative Credentialwithanemphasisin CriticalPedagogy. Currently, sheis in theprocessof completing herdoctoratein EducationalLeadershipfromSanDiegoStateUniversity.

Griseldahasservedasaboard memberfor SouthwesternCollegeCommunityCollegesince 2014andshecurrentlyservesasViceChairastheDistrict1 representativefor theSanDiego Military andVeteransCouncil. ShehasalsoservedasaCommissioner onChulaVista Cultural ArtsCommissionandasaboardof directors’ memberfor theSanDiegoYouthSymphony. She hasalsoservedin theSanDiego CountyOfficeof EducationLatinoAdvisoryCommitteefor over15years.

Herdriveandcommitmentto servethecommunitycomesfromher advocacyfor ChulaVista to bethebestplaceto live in asafeandinclusiveenvironment, for residentsto haveaccessto highereducationalopportunities, beabletoworkin thecommunity, feelthesuccessof becoming ahomeownerand raiseafamilywherechildren wantto raisetheir families.

Griseldahastwoadultsonswhoarecollegegraduates, residents, andworkandplanto raisetheir futurefamiliesin ChulaVista.

Name: ______________________________________ Email: ______________________________________ 1 | Page 12/2022

ECONOMICINTERESTSDISCLOSURE
Inordertodeterminepotentialconflictsof interest, pleasedisclosealleconomicintereststhatyouhavehadwithintheboundariesof theCityofChulaVistaunder thefollowingcategories (ifyouhavenothingtodisclose, indicatewith “N/A”). Attachadditionalpages asneeded.

INCOME
Disclosethesource andamountofgrossincomeorloanof $500ormorethatwasreceivedbyyou, yourspouse, oryourregistered domesticpartnerduringthepast yearfromanysourcelocated, doingbusiness, planningtodobusiness, orthathasdone businessinthepasttwoyears, intheCityofChulaVista. (You arenotrequiredtoreportloansfromcommerciallending institutes, child supportoralimonypayments, orsalaries, reimbursementsforexpenses, socialsecurity, disability, orothersimilarbenefitpaymentsfromafederal, state, orlocal governmentagency.) SOURCEOFINCOMEYOUR BUSINESSPOSITIONGROSSANNUALINCOMEORLOANAMOUNT Attachadditionalpagesasneeded.

GRISELDA DELGADO
N/ A
N/ A
Name: ______________________________________

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GIFTS
Disclosethesource, description, and valueofgift(s) valuedat $50ormorefromasingle sourceduringthepast yearfromanysourcelocated, doingbusiness, planningtodobusiness, orthathasdone businessinthepasttwoyears, intheCityofChulaVista. Agiftis anythingofvalueforwhich youhavenotprovidedequalorgreater considerationtothe donor. (Youarenot requiredtodisclosegiftsfromfamilymembers, inheritances, orcampaigncontributions.) NAMEOFSOURCEDESCRIPTIONOFGIFTVALUE Attachadditionalpagesasneeded.

I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information I haveprovided in this application is true and correct.

Signature _________________________________________________ Date ________________________ N/ A
N/ A

GRISELDA DELGADO
1/ 19/ 20
12/ 2022
APPLICATION FORDISTRICT 3 CITY COUNCILMEMBER
Online Submission
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SubmissionID: 2170549
Submission Date: 1/ 6/ 2023 6:02 PM

1. First and Last Name: Sophia Rodriguez

2. Home Address: City: Chula Vista Postal/ ZIP Code: 91910

3. E-mail:

4. Primary Phone:

5. Secondary Phone:

Pleaseclick here to view the interactive map to verify your District 3 residency

6. Do you live within the City of ChulaVista District 3 boundaries, asadopted by the City Council in 2015? Seehyperlink above. Yes

7. If yes, how long? 08/ 2017

8. I confirm I am a registered voter in the District 3 boundaries specified above. Pleaseenter your name asacknowledgement. Sophia Rodriguez

9. Present Employer: County of San Diego

10. Occupation: Social Worker III

11. RelevantEducational Background: BA in History from the University of California, SanDiego

13. If yes, which one(s)? (n/ a)

14. Haveyou previously servedon theCity Councilor any board or commissionfor the City or any other governmentalagency? No

15. Which ones? n/ a)

16. Dates Served: (n/ a)

17. Pleaselist any local, civic, or community groups you have beeninvolved with: Union SEIU221, ACCE, and Invest in San Diego Familes

18. What experience or special knowledge could you bring to this position? Aside from being a life long resident of Chula Vista, my many years working in social services for the County of SanDiego makes me a knowledgeable candidate for the district I would like to assist. I also have leadership experience as the chair of the Technology Privacy Advisory Task Force, where I had to engage with a 12 member committee, residents of the community, multiple city staffers, and department representatives, while finalizing a recommendation with a strict deadline.

19. What would you hope to accomplish asa Councilmember? As a City Councilmember, I hope to continue the legacy of meaningful community based progress laid out by current and previous elected officials and city staff. As Chula Vista continues to grow as one of SanDiego’s largest cities, I want ensure that the connection between its residents, advocacy groups, and City Departments remain intact.

20. Pleaseupload a résumé (maximum of two pages). Arésumé is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

Seesubmitted resume following application.]

21. Pleaseupload a biography (one page). A biography is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

22. Enter your initials to acknowledgethe statement above.SR I understand that, if I am selectedasa finalist, I will be required to complete an EconomicInterests Disclosureform, on which I must discloseall economicinterests that I havewithin the boundaries of the City of Chula Vista in the categories of investments, income, gifts, and real property.

23. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. SR I understand that I must submit a completed application, résumé (maximum of two pages), and a biography (one page) by the deadline andthat late applications and those missing required components will be disqualified. I understand the application deadline is Friday, January6, 2023, by 11:59 p.m. for electronically submitted applications or by 5:00 p.m. if personally delivered to the City Clerk’s Office. If submitted by mail, the application must be postmarked by January6, 2023, and received by the Officeof the City Clerk no later than January11, 2023.

24. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. SR I understand that this application and any documentssubmitted in connection with the application processare public records and will be publicly disclosed unlessotherwise exempt. Home addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers will be redacted.

25. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. SR I understand that my application will not be considered if I am determined to be disqualified from holding office pursuant to Government Codesection 1021, ChulaVista Charter Section 903, or any other applicable local, state, or federal law.

26. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. SR I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the Stateof California that the information I have provided in this application is true and correct, and that I meet the qualifications of this office as establishedby the ChulaVista Charter andother applicable statutory or constitutional laws.

27. Enter full name to indicate acknowledgment to the abovecertification.

Sophia Rodriguez
Sophia Rodriguez
Education:

Bachelor of Arts in History, Minor in Education 2012
University of California, SanDiego – La Jolla, California High School Diploma 2007
Chula Vista Senior High School – Chula Vista
Work Experience:

County of San Diego: HHSA – Social Worker III 2022 - Present Appropriately identify, assessand develop appropriate treatmentplans utilizing community resources.

Interview for the purposeof acquiring medical diagnostic information and developing treatment plans.

Write clear, concise, and accuratecasereports while maintaining a caseloadwith monthly deadlines.

Engagewith various socio-economic, cultural, and ethnic groups, with differing conditions and expectations.

County of San Diego: HHSA - Human ServicesSpecialist 2015 - 2022 Address inquires, concerns, complaintsor caseupdatesfrom the public Be knowledgeable of the following social programs: CalWORKS, CalFRESH, Medi- Cal, In-Home Support Services, Temporary Housing Assistance, Social Security, and Medicare Part A and B.

Assist with developing, facilitating and presenting unit meeting; preparestatistical reports for supervisors.

Be up-to-date with HHSA County Health Guidelines and San Diego County Board of Supervisor resolutions.

County of San Diego: HHSA - Office Assistant 2015
Preparewritten “Daily Intake Report” and submit to the South East Family ResourceManager.

Use an Excel Tracking Tool to assignSemi-Annual reports to Human ServicesSpecialists.

Utilize raw datafrom Encrypted County Software to identify trends regarding Periodic Reports.

Provide information and guidance to incoming clients while providing excellent customer service.

University of California Office of Academic Support and Instructional Services - Front Desk Clerk 2008-2012 Processtime-sheetsof student-workers employed at the office.

Collate files and continuously updatestudent-worker files with staff reports.

Assist in the collaboration of teaching lessonsfor incoming freshmen.

Provide excellent customer service to incoming students, faculty, and clients.

Leadership & Activities:

City of Chula Vista, Technology & Privacy Advisory Task Force – Chair 2022 Lead group discussionsfor city- wide privacy recommendationswith emphasison transparency andoversight.

Delegate and synthesizepolicy recommendationsfrom sub-committees.

Structure and approve each agendaprior to all Task Force meetings.

Become knowledgeable of the technological needsand concernsof city departmentsin Chula Vista.

University of California Leadership Trainings 2019
Lead San Diego (UC Davis) Module 1: Introduction to Leader: Focuson Self Awareness.

Lead San Diego (UC Davis) Module 2: Communication Skills and Collaboration in the Community.

Lead San Diego (UC Davis) Module 3: High PerformanceTeams.

Lead San Diego (UC Davis) Module 4: Sustaining Transformational Change.

Personal Skills:

Fully bilingual in English and Spanish.

Knowledgeable in managing multiple software programs for in-office or remote work. 01-06-2023
Sophia Rodriguez Biography for District 3 City Councilmember Consideration When my mother immigrated to the United States, shechoseto settle in Chula Vista becauseof its quiet and humble charm – I am forever grateful that she chosethis amazing city. I am a proud product of the Sweetwater Union High School District where I graduated from Chula Vista Senior High School with honors. My love of this city continued even after I becamean alumnus of the University of California, SanDiego. Throughout my many years here, I lived in almost every district in Chula Vista, which gives me a valid and unique perspective.

After graduating from college, I decided to apply to the County of SanDiego so I can attendto families in needof social services suchas CalFreshand Medi- Cal. Working for the County expandedmy perspective and interest in engaging with local communities and their needs. It also gave me the knowledge on how to familiarize myself with government documents and their verbiage, such asstateregulated-guidelines and municipal ordinances. Finally, working for the County of SanDiego showed how important it is to be amendableto the needsof others.

Through all my major career positions in the County - Office Assistant, Human Services Specialist, and Social Worker - I have learned that individuals want their needsto be listened to and be taken seriously.

Last year, I joined the Technology & Privacy Advisory Task Force and was voted unanimously to be its chair. I joined this task force becauseof reports that the local Automated License Plate Readerswere unknowingly sending datato multiple law enforcementagenciesand was determined to make changes. Over the courseof 6 months, I not only learned about the different technologies the city departmentsimplement for their usage, but also the importance of maintaining open channelsof communication between these samedepartments and its residents.

After multiple meetingsthat went well into the night, the Task Force proudly submitted recommendationsto city- staff on September26th, 2022.

My love of Chula Vista will never wavier. I grew up playing at the J street Marina; I met someof my closet friends while attending school here; I met my husbandat the Chula Vista Center Mall; and now, I am raising my 2 young children in this city. Even though it is only for one year, I hope to continue making Chula Vista a wonderful place to live, grow, and thrive as City Councilmember for District 3.

12/ 2022
APPLICATION FORDISTRICT 3 CITY COUNCILMEMBER
Online Submission
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SubmissionID: 2170772
Submission Date: 1/ 6/ 2023 11:43 PM

1. First and Last Name: Alonso Gonzalez

2. Home Address: Unit: City: Chula Vista Postal/ ZIP Code: 91913

3. E-mail:

4. Primary Phone:

5. Secondary Phone:

Pleaseclick here to view the interactive map to verify your District 3 residency

6. Do you live within the City of ChulaVista District 3 boundaries, asadopted by the City Council in 2015? Seehyperlink above. Yes

7. If yes, how long? 7.5 years

8. I confirm I am a registered voter in the District 3 boundaries specified above. Pleaseenter your name asacknowledgement. Alonso P Gonzalez

9. Present Employer: Pac Pro Real Estate

10. Occupation: Broker

11. RelevantEducational Background: Masters, Public Administration

13. If yes, which one(s)? (n/ a)

14. Haveyou previously servedon theCity Councilor any board or commissionfor the City or any other governmentalagency? No

15. Which ones? n/ a)

16. Dates Served: (n/ a)

17. Pleaselist any local, civic, or community groups you have beeninvolved with: Pacific Southwest Assocn of Realtors, Urban Land Institute

18. What experience or special knowledge could you bring to this position? Land Use and Public Administration

19. What would you hope to accomplish asa Councilmember? I would work with the Council as a whole to effectively promote our shared ideals of equity; and partner with City staff to translate the Council direction into measurable results. While advocating for the balanced growth and amenities increasingly expected by District 3 residents.

The term is for a modest period of time but my lasting impact will be to enhance a collaborative communicative style of Council.

20. Pleaseupload a résumé (maximum of two pages). A résumé is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

Seesubmitted resume following application.]

21. Pleaseupload a biography ( one page). A biography is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

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Acknowledgments
I understand that, if appointed, I will NOTbe eligible to seekelection to District 3 City Councilmember in the City of Chula Vista for a period of one year following the termination of my appointed term. City Charter Section300(E)

22. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above.AG I understand that, if I am selected asa finalist, I will be required to complete an EconomicInterests Disclosure form, on which I must disclose all economic interests that I have within the boundaries of the City of ChulaVista in the categoriesof investments, income, gifts, and real property.

23. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. AG I understand that I must submit a completed application, résumé (maximum of two pages), anda biography (one page) by the deadline andthat late applications and those missing required components will be disqualified. I understand the application deadline is Friday, January6, 2023, by 11:59 p.m. for electronically submitted applications or by 5:00 p.m. if personally delivered to the City Clerk’s Office. If submitted by mail, the application must be postmarked by January6, 2023, and received by the Office of the City Clerk no later than January11, 2023.

24. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. AG I understand that this application and any documents submitted in connection with the application processare public records and will be publicly disclosed unlessotherwise exempt. Home addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers will be redacted.

25. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. AG I understand that my application will not be considered if I am determined to be disqualified from holding office pursuant to Government Codesection 1021, ChulaVista Charter Section 903, or any other applicable local, state, or federal law.

26. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. AG I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the Stateof California that the information I have provided in this application is true and correct, and that I meet the qualifications of this office as establishedby the ChulaVista Charter andother applicable statutory or constitutional laws.

27. Enter full name to indicate acknowledgment to the above certification.

Alonso Gonzalez
AlonsoGonzalez

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
10 yearsof real estate & government relations consulting experience 8 yearsin local government service in land useand policy development Strong project management andadministration skills
Excellent public communication skills in English and Spanish

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Principal/Broker Pac Pro Real Estate, July 2012 - Present Successfully managed in- fill residential development projects though SD City Development Services from entitlement through design, permitting and construction.

Other projects include multi- family housing, commercial centers, grocery store, self-storage and special use permits including CUPs and NUPs.

Satisfied clients include contract home builders, land- use attorneys and design professionals as well as property owners.

Stellar record of successbefore planning groups including SD County Board of Supervisors, SD City Council and Planning Group, Chula Vista City Council and other municipalities and disparate community planning groups.

Government Relations Mgr Bay Area Council’s Repair CA, July 2009 – November 2010 Createda statewide speaker ’s bureau, trained speakersand provided speeches, speaking points and event managementfor over 50 events
Gained support from statewide organizationsand over 15 resolutions of support from county and city governments
Managed staff, coalition partnersand volunteers to maximize media coverage Deputy Chief of Staff San Diego City Council, Jan. 2006 – July 2009 Director of legislative researchand policy development for Council President Developed speaking points, media aids and materials for public presentations Developed internal proceduresfor docket information dissemination and briefings Coordinated with Mayor ’s staff to presentbudget forecaststo Councilmembers Sharedresponsibilities for managing Council staff
Committee Consultant to Land Use/Housing and Rules Committees and alternate member of California Coastal Commission
Initiated creation of an Infrastructure Financing District at border region and two MaintenanceAssessmentDistricts
Council Representative San Diego City Council, Feb. 2001 - Sep. 2005 Land usepolicy analyst and Liaison to Mayor Jerry Sander ’s legislative staff Regular presentationsbefore planning groups and community organizations Organized largecommunity events andpublic forums with 100+ attendees Recognized asoffice’s “Problem Solver”
ELECTORAL CAMPAIGNS:

Juan Vargas, Ben Hueso, Ralph Inzunza, Alex Padilla, Bob Filner, SEIU, BIDs & Bay Area Council.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Urban Land Institute Member 2020 - present
Pacific SouthwestAssoc of Realtors Member 2014 - present YIMBY Democrats Member 2019 - 2020
SD League of Conservation Voters Board Member 2007 – 2015 Border View YMCA President’s Round Table 2002 – 2009

EDUCATION
San Diego State University
M. A. Public Administration, 2005 Financial Management Emphasis University of California at Santa Barbara
B.A. History and Sociology, 1999 Vice Presidentof Associated Students

REFERENCES
Readily Available

BIOGRAPHY
Raised in San Diego’s South Bay since 1979, I am a product of public resources functioning well.

My family and I benefited from a slew of programs and activities that helped me and my three brothers thrive growing up in the Nestor area. I would not have the opportunity to pursue public service were it not for the public resources that continue to serve the underprivileged in the South Bay.

Southwest High is my alma mater where I was steered toward college by AVID tutors (including Ismael and Jose Preciado). I then attended UC Santa Barbara where I led the Community Relations Commission and co-founded a Tenants Right Union before serving as Student Body Vice President and earning a Bachelors Degree in Sociology and History.

Returning to South San Diego I earned a Masters in Public Admin at SDSU while working with the San Diego City Council. I absolutely loved serving the community as a Council Aide to two Councilmembers and a Council President. I worked my way to Committee Consultant and finally Deputy Chief of Staff. While at the City of San Diego I managed the Land Use & Housing committee through the General Plan Update & I continue to work closely with local leaders and land use agencies throughout San Diego. I worked with the San Diego City Council for nearly a decade before becoming a Real Estate and Development Professional. Today I am a licensed broker, investment partner and development project manager with land use experience dating to 2005. Our team includes principals, general contractors and design build professionals. Clients and partners include home owners, builders of market and affordable units, developers of commercial properties and permit seekers of all stripes.

With my wife and 3 daughters we own a home in the Montecito neighborhood of the Otay Ranch community in Chula Vista since 2015. We selected a home on a single family street surrounded by a dynamic mix of condos, townhomes and rental apartments including affordable housing and public transportation. I am an advocate for healthy, vibrant communities that favor inclusion over single family zoning. My expertise with land use and experience in local government administration are the tools that will allow me to serve the Chula Vista City Council, the 3rd District and its residents well.

Alonso Gonzalez
Name: ______________________________________ Email: ______________________________________ 1 | Page 12/2022

ECONOMICINTERESTSDISCLOSURE
Inordertodetermine potentialconflictsof interest, pleasedisclosealleconomicinterests that youhavehadwithintheboundariesof theCityofChulaVistaunder thefollowingcategories (ifyouhavenothingtodisclose, indicatewith “N/A”). Attachadditionalpages asneeded.

INVESTMENTS
Discloseany financialinterestswithavaluegreaterthan $2,000thatyou, yourspouse, registered domesticpartner, ordependentchildrenhadwithanybusinesslocated, doingbusiness, planningtodobusiness, orthathasdone businessinthepasttwoyears, intheCityofChulaVista (includestocks, bonds, soleproprietorships, partnerships, trusts). BUSINESSNAMEESTIMATED VALUEGROSSANNUALINCOME $0-1,999 $ 2,000-$10,00010,001-$100,000 $ 100,001-$1,000,000Over $1,000,000 $ 0-499 $ 500-$1,0001,001-$10,000 $ 10,001-$100,000Over $100,000 $0-1,999 $ 2,000-$10,00010,001-$100,000 $100,001-$1,000,000Over $1,000,000 $ 0-499 $500-$1,0001,001-$10,000 $10,001-$100,000Over $100,000 $0-1,999 $ 2,000-$10,00010,001-$100,000 $ 100,001-$1,000,000Over $1,000,000 $ 0-499 $ 500-$1,0001,001-$10,000 $ 10,001-$100,000Over $100,000 Attachadditionalpages as needed.

INCOME
Disclosethesourceand amountofgrossincomeorloanof $500ormorethatwasreceivedby you, yourspouse, oryourregistered domesticpartner duringthepast yearfromanysourcelocated, doingbusiness, planningtodobusiness, orthathasdone businessinthepasttwoyears, inthe CityofChulaVista. (Youarenotrequiredtoreportloansfromcommerciallending institutes, child supportoralimonypayments, orsalaries, reimbursementsforexpenses, socialsecurity, disability, orothersimilarbenefitpaymentsfromafederal, state, orlocal governmentagency.) SOURCEOFINCOMEYOUR BUSINESSPOSITIONGROSSANNUALINCOMEORLOANAMOUNT $500-$1,000 $ 1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 $500-$1,000 $1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 $500-$1,000 $ 1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 $500-$1,000 $ 1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 Attachadditionalpages as needed.

Alonso Gonzalez
Pac Pro Real Estate
Imperial Auto Service
General Motors Stock
Pac Pro Real Estate Broker
Authentisign ID: 8978DCAF- 5A98- ED11-BF7A- 0050F2765AB1 Name: ______________________________________

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GIFTS
Disclosethesource, description, and valueofgift(s) valuedat $50ormorefromasingle sourceduringthepast yearfromanysourcelocated, doingbusiness, planningtodobusiness, orthathasdone businessinthepasttwoyears, inthe CityofChulaVista. Agiftisanything ofvalueforwhich youhavenotprovidedequalorgreater considerationtothe donor. (Youarenot requiredtodisclosegiftsfromfamilymembers, inheritances, orcampaigncontributions.) NAMEOFSOURCEDESCRIPTIONOFGIFTVALUE Attachadditionalpages as needed.

REALPROPERTY
Discloseintereststhatyou, yourspouse, registered domesticpartner, oryourdependentchildrenhadof $2,000ormoreduringthepast yearinrealpropertylocatedintheCityofChulaVistaor withintwomilesof theboundariesof theCityofChulaVista. (Youarenotrequiredtodisclosepropertyusedexclusivelyasapersonalresidence.) CITYWHEREPROPERTYISLOCATEDFAIR MARKET VALUEGROSSANNUALINCOME (IFRENTAL) $ 2,000-$10,000 $ 10,001-$100,000100,001-$1,000,000 Over $1,000,000 $0-499 $ 500-$1,0001,001-$10,000 $ 10,001-$100,000Over $100,000 $2,000-$10,000 $ 10,001-$100,000100,001-$1,000,000 Over $1,000,000 $0-499 $ 500-$1,0001,001-$10,000 $ 10,001-$100,000Over $100,000 $2,000-$10,000 $10,001-$100,000100,001-$1,000,000 Over $1,000,000 $0-499 $500-$1,0001,001-$10,000 $10,001-$100,000Over $100,000 Attachadditionalpages as needed.

I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information I haveprovided in this application is true andcorrect.

Signature _________________________________________________ Date ________________________ Alonso Gonzalez
N/ A
Chula Vista
primary residence
January 19, 2023
Authentisign ID: 8978DCAF- 5A98- ED11-BF7A- 0050F2765AB1

12/ 2022
APPLICATION FORDISTRICT 3 CITY COUNCILMEMBER
Online Submission
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Pleaseread all instructions,submittal requirements,and deadlineinformation on www.chulavistaca.gov/d3application.

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SubmissionID: 2158960
Submission Date: 1/ 1/ 2023 2:36 PM

1. First and Last Name: Gian Ghio

2. Home Address: Unit: City: Chula Vista Postal/ ZIP Code: 91911

3. E-mail:

4. Primary Phone:

5. Secondary Phone:

Pleaseclick here to view the interactive map to verify your District 3 residency

6. Do you live within the City of ChulaVista District 3 boundaries, asadopted by the City Council in 2015? Seehyperlink above. Yes

7. If yes, how long? 20 years

8. I confirm I am a registered voter in the District 3 boundaries specified above. Pleaseenter your name asacknowledgement. Gian Ghio

9. Present Employer: First Legal

10. Occupation: Office Manager

11. RelevantEducational Background: Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from San Diego State University

13. If yes, which one(s)? (n/ a)

14. Haveyou previously servedon theCityCouncilor anyboard or commissionfor the Cityor any other governmental agency? No

15. Which ones? n/ a)

16. Dates Served: (n/ a)

17. Pleaselist any local, civic, or community groups you have beeninvolved with: N/ A

18. What experience or special knowledge could you bring to this position? I have spent the majority of my working life in supervisory or managerial roles. I have managed staffs up to 40 employees and feel I well suited to working under the pressures that would be required of a city council member. I am a good listener, communicate effectively, consider myself unbiased and open to exploring ideas from opposing viewpoints. I have worked in customer facing positions for over 30 years and feel that would be a very good transferable quality for a council member.

19. What would you hope to accomplish asa Councilmember? My primary objective would be addressing homelessness with a multi pronged approach of building a permanent shelter, increasing affordable housing options, providing mental health outreach services, and taking a more proactive approach to helping citizens in need. I would also like to see the addition of more green space and parks in West Chula Vista, mass transit expansion into East Chula Vista, road repairs along Main Street, eliminating the 125 toll, and small business incentives.

20. Pleaseupload a résumé (maximum of two pages). Arésumé is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

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Seesubmitted biography following resume.]
Acknowledgments
I understand that, if appointed, I will NOTbe eligible to seekelection to District 3 City Councilmember in the City of Chula Vista for a period of one year following the termination of my appointed term. City Charter Section300(E)

22. Enter your initials to acknowledgethe statement above.GDG I understand that, if I am selectedasa finalist, I will be required to complete an EconomicInterests Disclosureform, on which I must discloseall economicinterests that I havewithin the boundaries of the City of Chula Vista in the categories of investments, income, gifts, and real property.

23. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. GDG I understand that I must submit a completed application, résumé (maximum of two pages), and a biography ( one page) by the deadline and that late applications and those missing required components will be disqualified. I understand the application deadline is Friday, January6, 2023, by 11:59 p.m. for electronically submitted applications or by 5:00 p.m. if personally delivered to the City Clerk’s Office. If submitted by mail, the application must be postmarked by January6, 2023, and received by the Office of the City Clerk no later than January11, 2023.

24. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. GDG I understand that this application and any documents submitted in connection with the application processare public records and will be publicly disclosed unlessotherwise exempt. Home addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers will be redacted.

25. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. GDG I understand that my application will not be considered if I am determined to be disqualified from holding office pursuant to Government Codesection 1021, ChulaVista Charter Section903, or any other applicable local, state, or federal law.

26. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. GDG I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the Stateof California that the information I have provided in this application is true and correct, and that I meet the qualifications of this office as establishedby the ChulaVista Charter andother applicable statutory or constitutional laws.

27. Enter full name to indicate acknowledgment to the above certification.

Gian David Ghio

Name: ______________________________________ Email: ______________________________________ 1 | Page 12/2022

ECONOMICINTERESTSDISCLOSURE
Inordertodetermine potentialconflictsof interest, pleasedisclosealleconomicinterests that youhavehadwithintheboundariesof theCityofChulaVistaunder thefollowingcategories (ifyouhavenothingtodisclose, indicatewith “N/A”). Attachadditionalpages asneeded.

INCOME
Disclosethesourceand amountofgrossincomeorloanof $500ormorethatwasreceivedby you, yourspouse, oryourregistered domesticpartner duringthepast yearfromanysourcelocated, doingbusiness, planningtodobusiness, orthathasdone businessinthepasttwoyears, inthe CityofChulaVista. (Youarenotrequiredtoreportloansfromcommerciallending institutes, child supportoralimonypayments, orsalaries, reimbursementsforexpenses, socialsecurity, disability, orothersimilarbenefitpaymentsfromafederal, state, orlocal governmentagency.) SOURCEOFINCOMEYOUR BUSINESSPOSITIONGROSSANNUALINCOMEORLOANAMOUNT $500-$1,000 $ 1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 $500-$1,000 $1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 $500-$1,000 $ 1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 $500-$1,000 $ 1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 Attachadditionalpages as needed.

Name: ______________________________________

I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information I haveprovided in this application is true andcorrect.

Signature _________________________________________________ Date ________________________ Page2 of 2 – City of Chula Vista District 3 City Councilmember Application 12/ 2022 Please read all instructions, submittal requirements, and deadline information on the cover page.

All questions must be answered. If a questiondoesnot apply to you, write “N/ A” in thespaceprovided.

Any application received after the application deadline will be disqualified from consideration. Any application received that is incomplete or missing required componentswill also be disqualified unlesscured prior to the application deadline.

1. First and Last Name: ( Mr. Ms. Mrs. Mx. Other: ) Victor Lopez

2. E- mail: Phone: (

3. Home Address: City: Chula Vista Zip: 91913

4. Do you live within the City of Chula Vista District 3 boundaries, asadoptedby the City Council in 2015? Interactive map available at www. chulavistaca.gov/d3application Yes No If yes, how long? Since September01, 2022 in District 3, additionally I’ve beena resident of Chula Vista since 1998 I confirm I am a registered voter in the District 3 boundaries specified above.

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5. Present Employer: Imperio Strategies LLC. Occupation: Chief Operating Officer

6. Relevant Educational Background:

Bachelor’s Degreein Political Sciencewith a Minor in International Security and Conflict Resolution, Current Board Member for San Diego State University Alumni

7. Are you currently serving on any board or commission for the City or any other governmental agency? If appointedto City Council, you mustresignfromyourcurrentCityboardor commissionposition.

Yes No If yes, which one(s)? N/ A

8. Have you previously servedon the City Council or any board or commission for the City or any other governmental agency?
Yes No If yes, which one(s)? N/ A Dates Served: N/ A

9. Pleaselist any local, civic, or community groups you have been involved with:

SDSU Alumni Board, Friendly Sonsof St. Patrick, Latin American Political Association (LAPA), Toastmasters International, and EastlakeChurch

10. What experience or special knowledge could you bring to this position? I believe that tiesto our community meaneverything. I've lived in Chula Vista since the day I was born at Sharp Hospital Chula Vista in District 3. Spending my entire life in Chula Vista has createdsolid roots that will last my entire lifetime. I understandthe diversity and opportunities of Chula Vista, and District 3 in particular.

Page3 of 2 – City of Chula Vista District 3 City Councilmember Application 12/ 2022 As a former studentathlete in high school and college, I was always involved in local community events, especially with sports. I have cultivated relationships throughout the City with residents, businessowners, and community leaders.

I am a small businessowner through my partnership in a public affairs firm, Imperio Strategies, that specializes in Latino voter outreach, communications, marketing, and Spanish translations.

At Imperio Strategies, we are dedicatedto elevating transparencythrough informing and providing meaningful resourcesfor local leadersand clients to promote more engagedand empoweredcommunities.

Having grown up in our diverse community also gives me a broader perspectiveon the important opportunities Chula Vista can offer its residents. I have lived the cross-border reality of having family both here andin Mexico, and understandthe value that being close to the border can create for business, housing, and education.

As a young professional Latino, I believe I bring an important perspectiveto representDistrict 3 where nearly half of the District’s registered voters are Latinos. As the son of two parentsthat immigrated from Mexico, I understandthat we havea responsibility to provide a safecity to not just its local residents, but anyonethat comes through Chula Vista whether they live hereor not.

Aside from being a lifelong resident and businessowner, my experienceworking for several electedofficials, managing campaigns, and representingthe small businessowners havegiven me the experienceto allow me to successfully representDistrict 3. I also have binational relationships with local elected andformer elected officials in Tijuana. Being able to have theserelationships on top of speaking Spanish, which is my first language, is essentialto our city given our close proximity to the SanDiego/Tijuana Border.

In addition to my own business, I current work for a local non-partisan group that is dedicated to promoting an economic environment thatenablessmall businessesto thrive. I work with electedofficials from the highest levels of the federal government down to all of our local leadershere in SanDiego County. I've built relationships with both sides of the political spectrum while working in mayoral and city council offices, and working in the private sector andstarting my own business.

Managing large budgets, employees, consultants, constituent services, community outreach, policy research, political campaigns, being active in the county, and having new dynamic approachesto promoting our city are my main piecesof experienceand special knowledge that I know will help Chula Vista prosper.

From going to school here, volunteering at EastlakeChurch, playing sports all over the city, working my first job at a Chula Vista Wells Fargo Bank branch, to buying my first house here, I don’t think I’d be able to describe the full magnitude of how much Chula Vista meansto me, but more importantly, I know I would give my best effort and produce real, significant results as our next councilmember.

11. What would you hope to accomplish as a Councilmember? I want to give better representationto the 2nd largest city in SanDiego County but more importantly, let the community know I'm here to serve them. I think it's a problem most people can't name their local mayor and councilmember easily off the top of their heads. Constituent serviceswill always be themain role of the job I needto executebut I do havebig visions for Chula Vista.

We needto bring more businessesand attractions to make people want to stay in Chula Vista. Being able to promote major businesseswill be a key approach to bringing in more revenue, jobs, and relevance to the city. In a Page4 of 2 – City of Chula Vista District 3 City Councilmember Application 12/ 2022 broad sense, I want to bring some new dynamic approachesto making Chula Vista not only more attractive to local San Diego residents, but also to people around the world looking to travel. Specifically, potentially building a multi- use sports facility to attract youth/high school level club sports to Chula Vista would bring more tourists and require them to stay 2-4 days long at least dependingon the tournament they’re playing in. That’s one example of the type of big concepts we’re going to have to think of in order to make Chula Vista a stronger community.

The real problem we have right now is that Chula Vista is a bedroom community. You can seehow obvio us it is when you go on the 5 or 805 north freeway every morning during the week between7-9am and now even 3-7pm after work. We have many residentsbut the vast majority of their daily spendingand sales taxesare being spent everywhere else except Chula Vista. TheseChula residents are working in other parts of San Diego and not spendingany of their money here except for maybe groceries. We needto bring jobs home so people can live where they work. If we don’t create anenvironment that promotesmore businesseshere, we won’t have any jobs for people live nearby and spend their earnings here in Chula Vista.

Lastly, we need to give our law enforcement all the resourcesand tools available to ensureour residents stay safe.

Like I said earlier, we needto provide a safeenvironment for anyonethat comesthrough Chula Vista, resident or not. And being fiscally responsiblewith taxpayer money, I want to find ways to maximize the city' s operating budget while minimizing overhead by working with our city manager on the best ways to do so. There's much more I want to accomplish, but this covers my general basis.

Acknowledgments
Please initial the lines below to acknowledge each statement:

I understand that, if appointed, I will NOT be eligible to seek election to District 3 City Councilmember in the City of Chula Vista for a period of one year following the termination of my appointed term. City Charter Section 300(E)
I understand that, if I am selected as a finalist, I will be required to complete an Economic Interests Disclosure form, on which I must disclose all economic interests that I have within the boundaries of the City of Chula Vista in the categories of investments, income, gifts, and real property.

I understand that I must submit a completed application, résumé ( maximum of two pages), and a biography ( one page) by the application deadline and that late applications and those missing required components will be disqualified . I understand the application deadline is Friday, January 6, 2023, by 11:59 p. m. for electronically submitted applications or by 5:00 p. m. if personally delivered to the City Clerk’s Office. If submitted by mail, the application must be postmarked by January 6, 2023, and received by the Office of the City Clerk no later than January 11, 2023.

I understand that this application and any documents submitted in connection with the application process are public records and will be publicly disclosed unless otherwise exempt. Home addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers will be redacted.

I understand that my application will not be considered if I am determined to be disqualified from holding office pursuant to Government Code section 1021, Chula Vista Charter Section 903, or any other applicable local, state, or federal law.

Page 5 of 2 ends

I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of Ca lifornia that the information I have provided in this application is true and correct, and that I meet the qualifications of this office as established by the Chula Vista Charter and other applicable statutory or constitutional laws.

Signature: Date: 01/06/2023
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1 VICTOR ALFREDO LOPEZ
Work History
Imperio Strategies LLC. - Chula Vista, CA
Chief Operating Officer | April 2021 - Present
Founded a nonpartisan public affairs firm that specializes in Latino voter outreach, communications, marketing, and Spanish translations in southern California Managed clients varying from candidates in local political races, non - profits, and PAC’ s Oversaw all operations including branding, marketing, outreach, and annual budget Crafted and implemented strategic communication programs tailored for each client’ s needs The Lincoln Club of San Diego County - San Diego, CA
Executive Director | October 2021- Present
Oversaw all operations including managing consultants, independent contractors, vendors, and employees Strategized PAC operations to help support/ oppose candidates seeking public office Coordinated one of the highest political donor networks in Southern California Managed an Executive Committee, Board of Directors, 8 sub- committees, and over 300 members Prepared and managed annual budget totaling over $ 1.5 million dollars Deputy Director | November 2020 - October 2021
Managed all communications and marketing with blast emails, fundraising events, and member assistance Built and maintained new website, graphic designs, and social media presence Scheduled yearly calendar of events and oversaw all special events including Annual Dinner Gala Facilitated partnerships with political organizations to fulfill political mission and maximize resources Researched local political trends and provided political updates to leadership Noli Zosa for San Diego City Council - San Diego, CA
Campaign Manager | February 2020 - November 2020
Managed 18 full/ part-time field canvassers that knocked over 25, 000 doors alongside handling payroll Helped fundraise over $ 300, 000 for the campaign fund
Partnered with different political groups around San Diego and led their volunteers Led social media campaign and assisted in advertisements with media consultant Served as head advisor and representative for the candidate Education
San Diego State University - San Diego, CA
Bachelor’ s Degree | May 2020 | Political Science with a Minor in International Security and Conflict Resolution Universidad Carlos III Madrid - Madrid, Spain| Spring 2019 | Political analysis of Spain and the EU Skills
Advanced in PDI and i360 voter programs
Advanced in website development, CRM programs,
payment processing, and graphic design
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Rapid data entry skills
Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel
Strong writing, oral, and media communication
skills ( live interviews, public speeches, and press
releases)
Local, State, and Federal election laws including
local ethics commissions, FPPC, and FEC
Compliance, banking laws, and regulations
1 VICTOR ALFREDO LOPEZ
Biography
Victor Lopez was born and raised in Chula Vista. The son of two immigrant parents from Mexico City and Tijuana, he grew up with Spanish as his first language while spending time back and forth with his family across the border in Tijuana, Mexico. For his educational background, Lopez earned his Bachelor' s degree at San Diego State University majoring in Political Science with a minor in International Security and Conflict Resolution.

Lopez is currently a partner and Chief Operating Officer of Imperio Strategies LLC. and is responsible for maintaining and driving operational results within the company. Imperio Strategies has provided dynamic framework for its clients resulting in effective communication to their desired audiences. They specialize in Latino voter outreach, communications, marketing, and Spanish translations in southern California with a well- rounded political background for all types of clients.

Lopez also serves as the Executive Director of a local non- partisan group, The Lincoln Club of San Diego County, where he oversees all Club operations and its overall strategic vision of helping foster an economic environment for small businesses to thrive.

In his most recent capacity as the Lincoln Club' s Executive Director, Lopez brought to fruition the highest number of new members to date, including a new wave of young members, and successfully forged a groundbreaking momentum for the Club during a dynamic and ever - changing political climate. Lopez’ s previous work includes serving as the Campaign Manager for a campaign for San Diego City Council, where he led and managed a team of canvassers and successfully reached more than 120,000 constituents, helping fundraise more than $ 300,000 for the campaign fund. He also worked for the office of a San Diego City Councilmember and a San Diego Mayor, framing policies and establishing and maintaining long- lasting government and community relations.

Growing up, he was a talented baseball player pursuing becoming a professional player for Major League Baseball. While pursuing his bachelor’ s at San Diego State, Lopez quickly learned that he enjoyed public service and giving back to his community even more than baseball, shifting his focus to his education over sports. After interning for San Diego Mayor Kevin Faulconer, Lopez grew his love for politics and hopes to bring positive change for San Diego County.

Lopez has quickly climbed the ranks in his field and was recently recognized as recently honored with a distinguished award for “ Bright Political Future.” He currently serves as the youngest member of the SDSU Alumni Board and Lincoln Media Foundation as well as being an active member of the University Club, the Downtown San Diego Partnership, San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce, Latino American Political Association, Toastmasters International, and Friendly Sons of St. Patrick.

Lopez is a lifelong resident of Chula Vista.
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Attached are the required documents for my application for the District 3 City Council Appointment. Please confirm these documents are acceptable without any complications.

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Victor A. Lopez
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Imperio Strategies LLC.
www.ImperioStrategies.com
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Name: ______________________________________ Email: ______________________________________ 1 | Page 12/2022

ECONOMICINTERESTSDISCLOSURE
Inordertodetermine potentialconflictsof interest, pleasedisclosealleconomicinterests that youhavehadwithintheboundariesof theCityofChulaVistaunder thefollowingcategories (ifyouhavenothingtodisclose, indicatewith “N/A”). Attachadditionalpages asneeded.

INCOME
Disclosethesourceand amountofgrossincomeorloanof $500ormorethatwasreceivedby you, yourspouse, oryourregistered domesticpartner duringthepast yearfromanysourcelocated, doingbusiness, planningtodobusiness, orthathasdone businessinthepasttwoyears, inthe CityofChulaVista. (Youarenotrequiredtoreportloansfromcommerciallending institutes, child supportoralimonypayments, orsalaries, reimbursementsforexpenses, socialsecurity, disability, orothersimilarbenefitpaymentsfromafederal, state, orlocal governmentagency.) SOURCEOFINCOMEYOUR BUSINESSPOSITIONGROSSANNUALINCOMEORLOANAMOUNT $500-$1,000 $ 1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 $500-$1,000 $1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 $500-$1,000 $ 1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 $500-$1,000 $ 1,001-$10,00010,001-$100,000 Over $100,000 Attachadditionalpages as needed.

Name: ______________________________________

I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information I haveprovided in this application is true andcorrect.

Signature _________________________________________________ Date ________________________

12/ 2022
APPLICATION FORDISTRICT 3 CITY COUNCILMEMBER
Online Submission
Thisapplication cannot besaved.Pleaseensureyouhaveall information, including résuméand biography asrequired.

Pleaseread all instructions,submittal requirements,and deadlineinformation on www.chulavistaca.gov/d3application.

All questionsmust beanswered.If a question doesnot apply to you,write N/ A”in the spaceprovided.

SubmissionID: 2170775
Submission Date: 1/ 6/ 2023 11:46 PM

1. First and Last Name: Devonna Almagro

2. Home Address: City: Chula Vista Postal/ ZIP Code: 91913

3. E-mail:

4. Primary Phone:

5. Secondary Phone:

Pleaseclick here to view the interactive map to verify your District 3 residency

6. Do you live within the City of ChulaVista District 3 boundaries, asadopted by the City Council in 2015? Seehyperlink above. Yes

7. If yes, how long? Lived in the district for close to 15 years.

8. I confirm I am a registered voter in the District 3 boundaries specified above. Pleaseenter your name asacknowledgement. Devonna Almagro

9. Present Employer: County of San Diego Office of County Supervisor Nora Vargas

10. Occupation: Director of Communications

11. RelevantEducational Background: Dual Degree Ethnic Studies and Spanish, Attended University of San Diego

13. If yes, which one(s)? (n/ a)

14. Haveyou previously servedon theCityCouncilor anyboard or commissionfor the Cityor any other governmental agency? No

15. Which ones? n/ a)

16. Dates Served: (n/ a)

17. Pleaselist any local, civic, or community groups you have beeninvolved with: SBCS,CasaFamiliar, Sherman Heights Community Center, Chula Vista Community Collaborative

18. What experience or special knowledge could you bring to this position? As a former nonprofit executive, I bring the experience of managing budgets and staff, and developing programs that align with an organization’ s mission, while meeting the needs of residents. As a Director with the Office of Supervisor Nora Vargas, I understand government at the federal, state,and local level. District 3 needs someone who can hit the ground running and has the interest of the people of Chula Vista at heart. I bring the experience, values, and ethic to get the job done.

19. What would you hope to accomplish asa Councilmember? My vision is a safe, sustainable,and thriving city that provides opportunity to all Chula Vistans.I look forward to working with community to develop comprehensive approaches to address issues impacting our city, from housing affordability to keeping our communities safe, to ensuring community infrastructure investments and building a more resilient economy that benefits all. At the end of my tenure, I hope to have created a more civically engaged Chula Vista to move our city forward, TOGETHER!

20. Pleaseupload a résumé (maximum of two pages). A résumé is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

Seesubmitted resume following application.]

21. Pleaseupload a biography ( one page). A biography is required to be submitted by the application deadline.

Seesubmitted biography following resume.]
Acknowledgments
I understand that, if appointed, I will NOTbe eligible to seekelection to District 3 City Councilmember in the City of Chula Vista for a period of one year following the termination of my appointed term. City Charter Section 300(E)

22. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above.DA I understand that, if I am selectedasa finalist, I will be required to complete an EconomicInterests Disclosure form, on which I must disclose all economic interests that I have within the boundaries of the City of ChulaVista in the categoriesof investments, income, gifts, and real property.

23. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. DA I understand that I must submit a completed application, résumé (maximum of two pages), anda biography (one page) by the deadline andthat late applications and those missing required components will be disqualified. I understand the application deadline is Friday, January6, 2023, by 11:59 p.m. for electronically submitted applications or by 5:00 p.m. if personally delivered to the City Clerk’s Office. If submitted by mail, the application must be postmarked by January6, 2023, and received by the Officeof the City Clerk no later than January11, 2023.

24. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. DA I understand that this application and any documentssubmitted in connection with the application process are public records and will be publicly disclosed unlessotherwise exempt. Home addresses, email addresses, and phone numbers will be redacted.

25. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. DA I understand that my application will not be considered if I am determined to be disqualified from holding office pursuant to Government Codesection 1021, ChulaVista Charter Section 903, or any other applicable local, state, or federal law.

26. Enter your initials to acknowledge the statement above. DA I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the Stateof California that the information I haveprovided in this application is true and correct, and that I meet the qualifications of this office as established by the Chula Vista Charter and other applicable statutory or constitutional laws.

27. Enter full name to indicate acknowledgment to the abovecertification.

DA
Devonna N. Almagro

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Director of Communications San Diego, CA
Office of Vice Chair Nora Vargas – Supervisor, County of San Diego, District 1 January 2021 – current OverseeCommunications team aswell as the development and implementation of a comprehensive communications strategy to elevatethe Supervisor’s policy priorities and strength public engagement As member of the D1 COVID- 19 ResponseTeam, securedmedia/community partnerships, crafted messaging for county’s marketing campaign, developedtalking points for COVID subcommittee pressconferences Working with the policy and community engagementteams, developed, and implemented communications tactics to gain earnedmedia and support for more than 90 policies introduced since January2021.

EstablishedSupervisor’s branding and manageonline media presencevia website and social media platforms Responsiblefor planning and coordination of all District 1 signature events: D1 Community Celebration & Open House, Hispanic Heritage Celebration, State of the District Address Communications Consultant Chula Vista, CA
Independent March 2019 – December 2020
As an independent bilingual communications consultant, delivered high level, professional, result-oriented public relations, marketing, and eventproduction services, serving political campaigns andnonprofit clients Director of Communications and Community Relations Los Angeles, CA HPLE, Inc. ( High Performance Learning Environments, Inc.) March 2017 – February 2019 Developed corporate communications and outreachstrategiesto raise the company’s profile Positioned company asa leader in school building via speaking opportunities at industry events andwith local trade and businessassociations
Engaged and cultivated relationships with stakeholders to establish and grow community support of projects; Coordinated stakeholder meetings, site tours and other special events Developed partnershipswith local nonprofit organizations and designedthe company’s corporate citizenship strategies, offering employee engagementopportunities coupled with financial and in- kind contributions Executive Director San Diego, CA
Sherman Heights Community Center April 2012 – March 2017 Oversaw activities relevant to the organization’s mission, including managementof operations andprograms Supervised, counseled, and evaluatedstaff. Recruited, trained, and developed boardmembers Representednonprofit to stakeholdersincluding funders, elected officials, and community members Led the development processof a 5-year strategic plan and new organizational governancetools Establishedsuccessfulcommunity partnerships, bringing vital arts & culture and wellness programming to the community, to effectively meet the changing needsof the families served by the organization Director of Community Relations San Diego, CA
Marston and Marston, Inc. August 2007 – March 2012 Developed and implemented strategic communications to broaden community awarenessof clients’ initiatives Served asliaison with elected officials, business, civic and community groups, and trade organizations Administered all facets of more than 40 special eventsfor clients in San Diego’s South Bay community Increased media coverage for clients, including local and national media, prepared clients for media interviews and external presentations, and securedspeakingengagementsand industry awardsnationwide Deputy Field Director Santa Ana, CA
Democratic Party of Orange County (DPOC) December 2006 – May 2007 Conducted outreach to democratic activists, elected officials, Latino advocacy organizations, and community and labor organizations to mobilize local grassrootssupport for the DPOC Crafted and executedparty’s communications plan to increasecampaign visibility, specifically building and managing party’s relations with Spanish-languagemedia outlets Handled media relations; provided media training for campaign surrogates andparty officials; coordinated pressconferencesand other special events
Lead Organizer – San Diego Coordinated Campaign San Diego, CA California Democratic Party August 2006 – November 2006 Directed daily field operations; Managed, trained, and mentored field staff and volunteers Established relationships with local, state, and federal electedofficials aswell asdemocratic activists, progressive organizations, and labor and faith communities to garner support for the coordinated campaign Program Director San Diego, CA
University of California, San Diego January 2003 – July 2006 Center for Community Healthy, Department of Pediatrics
Led large-scalesocial marketing initiative to motivate and empower children to increasetheir physical activity aswell astheir consumption of fruits and vegetables Served asspokespersonfor the Regional 5 a day Campaign in San Diego and Imperial Counties Facilitated community partnershipsthat resulted in the implementation of policy and environmental changes Staff Assistant San Diego, CA
Office of United States Senator Barbara Boxer January 2001 – November 2002 Trained and supervisedoffice interns; Directed constituentsto corresponding caseworker Preparedbilingual media for pressreleases, correspondence, and website material Field Representative – No on 38 Campaign San Diego, CA
California Teachers Association June 2000 – December 2000 Managed campaignsatellite office. Trained and supervisedcampaign staff and interns Implemented campaign strategy locally through coalition building, earned media and effective communication between campaign staff and community leaders Developed bilingual collateral material and coordinated media eventsto increasecampaign visibility SKILLS
Astute businessand political acumen
Fluent in verbal/written communication skills in English and Spanish; Accomplished bilingual presentation and written communication skills tailored to a multi- cultural private, public or political setting Excellent cross-functional team leader, team player, and proven coalition building skills Ability to effectively lead staff & managemultiple projects under pressureto produce consistentquality work Proven experienceworking effectively and sensitively with people of varying ethnic, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds
Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
In-depth knowledge of social media and email marketing platforms

EDUCATION
UNIVERSITY OF SAN DIEGO - San Diego, CA
Bachelor of Arts: Ethnic Studies andSpanish

CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Board Member San Diego, CA
Sherman Heights Community Center June 2019 – current

SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
80thAssembly District’ s 2017 Woman of the Year Honoree, Office of Assemblywoman Lorena Gonzalez 2017 Leadership and Service Proclamation, Office of Councilmember David Alvarez, City of SanDiego

PROFESSIONAL LEADERSHIP TRAINING
Hispanas Organized for Political Equality ( HOPE) Leadership Institute, Statewide Leadership Program, Class of 2022
Devonna Almagro - Bio
A community advocate, former nonprofit executive, and accomplished government and public affairs professional, Devonna has dedicated her life to ensuring communities are engaged, involved, and informed.

Devonna has over two decades of experience working at the intersection of communications, community, and politics. Throughout her career, she has spearheaded successful strategic communications campaigns and fostered key community partnerships.

She has been dedicated to increasing youth civic engagement in Chula Vista and the South Bay and looks forward to expanding her public service to serve the residents of Chula Vista’s District 3.

The daughter of a working-class family, Devonna knows firsthand the challenges that residents face every day – it’swhat has shaped her worldview and fueled her passion to help others. As Communications Director for County Supervisor Nora Vargas, Devonna has played a key role as a member of the District 1 COVID- 19 Response Team, helping secure key media and community partnerships in the South Bay. Together with her team, Devonna helped promote vaccination efforts, developed innovative pilot programs to increase access to care, and supported the opening of the County’s second vaccination superstation in Chula Vista. These efforts led to increased vaccination rates in the hardest hit communities of South Bay.

Devonna’s passion to serve is rooted in community and it inspires her to help create opportunities that uplift youth and families.

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